Elizabeth Bitzer

727 Sunflower Ridge Ct.

Wentzville, MO 63385
636-497-5332
elbitzer@gmail.com elizabethbitzer.weebly.com

Summary of Qualifications
Experience in professional sports media.

Works well under pressure and strict deadlines.

Professional, well-groomed appearance and demeanor.
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences of all sizes.

Hard worker, quick learner, and ability to assume responsibility.

Education
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Illinois
Bachelor of Arts in Radio-Television, Specialization in Electronic Journalism and a Minor in Anthropology.
December 2016. GPA: 3.85

Radio-Television and Media Experience

101.5 CIL-FM, River Radio, Board Operator/Announcer/Personality, February 15, 2015- June 2015
Carbondale, IL
Operate the boards for six radio stations.
Announce song play and commercials on CIL-FM, the top 40 station in Southern Illinois.
Appear as a guest commentator on 103.5 ESPN.
River Region Evening Edition, Live Anchor, Reporter, August 2014-Present, Carbondale, IL
Anchor the evening news for WSIU Carbondale.
Conduct interviews, gather footage, and edit the material into vo-sots or packages for television or
social media.
WSIU Radio, Reporter, August 2013-May 2014, Carbondale, IL
Conducted interviews, wrote and edited stories, and assisted with daily office tasks.
Managed my time in an efficient manner working on strict deadlines.
St. Louis Blues, Press Box Extern, December 2011- February 2012, St. Louis, MO
Shadowed St. Louis Blues beat writer, Jeremy Rutherford, during his daily work tasks, including all
home games and radio show appearances.
Compiled game notes, conducted after game interviews with players and coaches, and assisted in
writing the post-game analysis.
American Honey, Promotional Model and Marketing Intern, August 2011-December 2012, Carbondale, IL
Promoted the American Honey bourbon brand at special events.
Interacted with patrons and handed out samples, t-shirts, and other apparel.
Developed marketing ideas and strategies.

Other Experience
St. Louis Blues Alumni 14 Fund, 50/50 Team Member, August 2015- Present
Act as an ambassador of the 14 Fund at all home Blues games.
Sell 50/50 raffle tickets that go to the 14 Fund along with local St. Louis charities.
Participate in community outreach and the enhancement of the St. Louis community.

Ft. Zumwalt School District PAS and ACE Program, Paraprofessional, Cheerleading Coach,
September 2015- Present, OFallon, MO
Teach at risk middle school and high school students who found themselves unsuccessful in the
traditional school atmosphere.
Primary instructor for students in the PAS Program (Positive Alternative to Suspension) in which
they have been long term suspended from their home buildings.
Tutor students with various learning disabilities in study skills and other aspects such as reading
comprehension and test taking.
Prepare students for the Missouri Options Program as well as the HiSet and GED.
Coach the Ft. Zumwalt West JV Cheerleading Squad.

Skills
Radio-Television
-Final Cut Pro X
-News King
-Various equipment knowledge
-Audacity

Additional
-Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
-Ability to multi-task
-Comfortable with public speaking in front of large crowds
-Fast learner
-Can adapt easily in any situation
-Strong organizational, writing, and verbal skills.

Honors and Activities

-Recipient of the I. Martin Pompadur Scholarship, 2014.
-Captain, Saluki Dazzlers Dance Team, Southern Illinois University, 2012-2015.

Website
elizabethbitzer.weebly.com